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D-backs to host Throwback Night featuring 2nd annual Alumni Game

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PHOENIX - The Arizona Diamondbacks will host Throwback Night, featuring the 2nd annual Alumni Game presented by Denny's, in partnership with Sanderson Ford, on Aug. 31 at Chase Field. The current D-backs team will wear "throwback" jerseys that feature the team's former purple, black and teal colors, during their game vs. the Giants at 5:10 p.m. Shortly after the game, D-backs alumni including Luis Gonzalez, Matt Williams, Augie Ojeda, Travis Lee, Reggie Sanders and Steve Finley will take the field to play a three-inning game.

The "throwback" jerseys that the current D-backs team will wear for the game will be autographed and auctioned off online at www.dbacks.com/auctions. In addition, the Team Shop will offer a selection of throwback merchandise, including replica "throwback" jerseys and hats. The alumni will wear Sedona red and white jerseys to represent their respective teams, with Gonzalez and Williams serving as managers during the Alumni Game.

Fans can follow the D-backs on Twitter (@Dbacks) and Instagram (@dbacks) to learn how they can win a "throwback" jersey and two tickets to the game where they will be able to watch batting practice on the field and serve as honorary co-captains during the Alumni Game.

Currently, fans are encouraged to log on to foxsportsarizona.com/dbackslegend to vote for the D-backs legend they feel deserves to be featured in the Legends Entertainment District. The nominees are: Bob Brenly, Steve Finley, Curt Schilling and Matt Williams. Fan voting runs through Wednesday, Aug. 21. The nominee who receives the most votes will be featured on a 42-foot tall super graphic across from Chase Field located at the intersection of 7th Street and Jefferson in the Legends Entertainment District and will be unveiled during the pregame show on Aug. 31.

Fans can purchase tickets for Throwback Night, which includes free admission to the Alumni Game, by calling a D-backs representative at 602.514.8400 or online at dbacks.com/alumni.